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CIFF Film: Heaven and Earth And Joe Davis

There is so much to do this weekend, you'd literally need to clone yourself to enjoy all the things going on! Before we get into this week's Killer Roundup, just wanted to let you in on Village Soup's free arts and entertainment magazine, thescene, which will soon hit the streets in the midcoast. This inaugural issue includes a few of The Killer Convo's features such as White Hot Spotlight, Midcoast Black Book, Rad Happenings and The Story Behind The Tattoo.

Okay, onto the good stuff. Starting today, this is what your weekend can be.

RocklandSkin Klinic & Day SpaSeptember 29 6:00- 8:00pm

Facials, wine and Botox? Like "yeah, huh, I'm there!" Skin Klinic is offering an open house night as you mingle over wine and hors d'oeuvres, while enjoying:

Makeovers with before and after shots available for immediate purchase

Hand-crafted Jewelry created by Maggi Blue

Photograph Displays by Anna McEnulty & Sara Watermen

Art Work by Susan Morse

Lecture by local clairvoyant Elsa Ilvonen McFarland and individual consultations

Locally made sweets from Sabrosa Cupcakes & Annie’s Tasty Treats

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy their local craftsmen and artists. FMI: click here

RocklandSeptember 29Panoptic: an explorationAsymmetrick Arts6:00 pm

This show, which precedes The Camden International Film Festival, provides a window into the rapidly growing world of experimental and non-narrative documentary art forms including installation, audio pieces and experimental shorts. On Wednesday the 29th of September at 6:00 pm the festival will feature a gallery opening and live performance by international media artist Maile Colbert. Maile is a former Mid-Coast resident whose work has taken her around the world as an artist, teacher and composer. Hosted by The Camden International Film Festival, in partnership with Asymmetrick Arts, Binaural Nodar and the Maine Arts Commission. To read more on their blog post.BelfastOctober 1Belfast Art Walk, Wine Tasting and Art Opening5:00-8:00 pmOctober brings the 6th annual Belfast Poetry Festival. Roots & Tendrils is thrilled to be involved again this year as one of the four locations housing artist and poet collaborations!

One of the only community-based, non-academic poetry festivals in the country, The Belfast Poetry Festival features established, professionally recognized poets and artists from throughout Maine along with emerging poets to create a lively mix.

Curated by the current Belfast Poet Laureate and Steering Committee, a highlight of the festival is exhibits of collaborative projects between these poets and visual and/or performing artists in Belfast galleries and other venues.

Collaborations featured at Roots & Tendrils this year are:

Poet Henry Braun with artist Robert Shetterly

Poet Kristen Lindquist with sculptor Beth Henderson

Visual artist and poet Mihku Paul

Camden, Rockport & RocklandCamden International Film FestivalSeptember 30-October 3CIFF Weekend kicks off Thursday night at The Camden Opera House with an after-party at Brevetto.The first film is Budrus, which everyone can attend. But...er you need to be a VIP to attend the first night's reception and after-party. After, that, the weekend explodes with the kind of films that you'll never have a chance to see elsewhere. Festival at various venues features documentaries ranging from international to Maine-made to experimental shorts. FMI: www.camdenfilmfest.org

During the past decade, the activity among Maine photographers has grown exponentially. In this digital age there are more and more people seriously committed to fine art photography using both new and traditional darkroom techniques. The goal of the invitational exhibition Photographing Maine: Ten Years Later is to pay homage to the two exhibitions in 2000 by showing a sampling of works by 150 Maine photographers created between 2000 and 2009. Each photographer will exhibit a single work in the invitational exhibition but up to four images will be included on one or two disks that will be projected throughout the exhibition. For more info.

GardinerSwine & SteinMain Street in Gardiner11:00 am to 7:00 pm

First Annual "Octoberfest" event in downtown Gardiner, Saturday 10/2 from ; produced by Gardiner Main Street. Local Maine beers and locally-grown pigs--what could be better? A number of popular restaurants and street vendors from across the state will be teaming up to serve an array of interesting pork-driven dishes. There will also be live music throughout the day. Cost is only $11 which includes 3 5-oz drink tix. Non-drinking adults $6; 12 and under free. Tickets available at many downtown Gardiner businesses or at Bull Moose Music locations. (And "at the door" day of event). FMI: email us at info@gardinermainstreet.org or call 1-207-582-3100.RocklandOctober 2 The Underground Lounge8 pm

The Word From Hot Pink Flannel: Hey! We just got word that there's a great party going on this weekend at the Underground Lounge... Get your legwarmers and bangles out... Twyce Shy is a rockin 80's cover band... we've had friends miss our parties to see these guys...Tickets $12 in advance $15 at the door. There will be drink specials and door prizes. See you there!! LincolnvilleOctober 3Cellardoor Winery and Vineyard 7:00 PM

To cap off your whirlwind CIFF Weekend, Cellardoor Winery and Rooftop Films will be co-presenting the closing night screening and party outdoors at the Cellardoor Winery and Vineyard. , Hey--if you weren't flush enough to have a VIP ticket--don't plotz--there is no charge for admission to the event!

Oh and if you didn't get enough of film fests this weekend check out the Manhattan Short Film Festival in Ellsworth. 10 short films under 15 minutes in length, from around the globe. Filmgoers will vote for the winner. FMI: www.manhattanshort.com.

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Yes, I changed the label from "Spotlight on Artists" to "White Hot Spotlight on Artists," because these artists are psssssssssssst (too hot gesture, after touching one's badunk and blowing out the smoke) white hot.

For correctly identifying this photoof "How Well Do You Know The Midcoast?" meet the very multifarious, very talented Robert Colburn, an area painter who makes his living and dream in the Midcoast. Here is little bit more you need to know about Robert...

KC: What’s your deal? I see from your Facebook profile you are an artist.

RC: Yes, I am a painter. I have two major focuses in my work, one which is the Maine landscape and the other I'm calling my New American Pop series.

KC: What random things can you list for us here that inspire New American Pop. Okay, just tell us what it is?

RC: The ability to engage and critique popular culture by the co-opting of everyday, often banal, imagery - the "sign" language of our cultural experience - has always been attractive to me. Making works that have some personal connection and by maintaining my awareness of surface and color, yield paintings which I feel balance their often "hard edge" or graphic qualities and convey my love of materials and process.

KC: Why is it both intimidating and exhilarating to be an artist living here in the Midcoast?

RC: Maine has such a long history of supporting and nurturing artists. It is difficult not to see that history and the artists and art that has been, and is being made, in the state without wondering if I have it within me to bring something unique and thoughtful to the conversation. Fortunately, I, and I suspect most artists, use this kind of "intimidation" to push themselves out of their comfort zones and when that happens ---you get a painting that fulfills your desires as an artist and contributes to the culture and thoughtfulness of your community. That's when it is exhilarating.

KC: Where can we see your stuff?

RC: The landscape work I show at Bayview Gallery which has locations in Camden and Brunswick and the pop art I show with Jared Cowan at Asymmetrick Arts on Main Street in Rockland.

To see more of Robert's work: www.robertcolburn.comThis site features his original artwork - paintings and drawings - as well as links to various other art related sites he finds of interest.

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Sometimes a weekend explodes with all kinds of things to do. Sometimes...tumbleweeds. This weekend the action isn't even on a weekend. It's Thursday. Today! Three not-to-miss killer acts.

RocklandLincoln Street Center7-9 pm

The Lincoln Street monthly Coffeehouse and Open Mic will feature BreadRose, Thursday September 16th, 7-9pm at the Lincoln Street Center, 24 Lincoln Street in Rockland. The first hour is an open mic, followed by BreadRose's performance, then an open jam at 9. Those interested in playing the open mic should arrive by 6:45 - poetry and spoken word are welcome. All-ages and ch...em free, there is a $2-5 sliding admission; refreshments are provided.

BreadRose formed in 2009 in Bangor, Maine as the union of three musicians who share a yearning to reach beyond the dominant order(s) in music, society, culture, and our way of life. Rockland native Martin Chartrand and Joe Gates have performed solo as a musician, songwriter, or poet; together, they make melody, songs, spoken poetry, and noise that amplifies our spiritual, political, and emotional anger and love, dismay and inspiration. Their name hails from the eloquence of young immigrant women textile workers in Lawrence, MA who demanded from their bosses "Not just bread, but roses too!" and speaks to the connection between creativity, love, beauty and our most basic needs. Learn more at http://www.myspace.com/breadrose .

CamdenCuzzy's Restaurant8:00 pm

Okay, this is not just Thursday Karaoke Night, it is THE place to be in Camden on a Thursday night. I have it on good authority from the schooner bums at The Appledore that this is the best place to be when you want to see the karaoke gamut range from folks thinking they are on an American Idol tryout to the worst rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody you ever heard.

BelfastRoots and Tendrils7:30 pm

On Thursday, September 16th, The Pleasants and Momentary Prophets will perform at Roots & Tendrils in downtown Belfast.

Musical duo The Pleasants was born in the green mountains of Vermont in 2009. Mixing equal parts whiskey, dusty earth, and spring water, musicians Amanda Rogers and Mike Matta evoke a strange sense of longing for simpler times. Sometimes described as intense folk or recession rock, but best described as "Indie Grunge", the Pleasants weave together music familiar yet altogether new.

Do It Together Records released the Pleasants' first record, "Forests and Fields," in the United States this past June. Releases in Europe and Japan will follow this fall. The duo's stop in Belfast comes in between their US summer tour and this winter's European tour.

Momentary Prophets is an alternative folk jam trio from Manassas, Tennessee. The trio's strong tie to the wonders and ineffable dream-moments of life is the primary force behind their writing and art. On tour since 2009, the group strives to connect with every audience they encounter and has built a reputation for highly energetic and engaging performances.

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Vanessa Torres at Roots and Tendrils

After a whirlwind Labor Day weekend, I don't know whether to hole up with a zillion '80s movies this weekend or go out agaIn. Lie! Of course, I'm going out again. I've got all winter to petrify!

Thursday, September 9Homeless Novel ReadingRockland Library6:30 pm

I thought this looked totally interesting. Book Signing and Talk by Richard Lemieux who will sign copies of Breakfast at Sally's: One Homeless Man's Inspirational Journey, his story of being homeless, written on a discarded typewriter while he was living in his minivan. Lemieux reveals who the homeless really are and how the Salvation Army transforms lives. FMI: click here

Saturday, September 11Wood fired music and live pizza371 Daniels Road, Union, ME4:00 pm

This is a local public gathering so bring your nose flute and snuggy! Another night of wood fired wonder. Bring your own instruments, booze and pizza toppings. We will be providing the pizza dough, sauce, cheese, stage and campfire! FMI: click here

Musician Vanessa Torres will perform at the downtown Roots & Tendrils along with slam poets Wil Gibson and Sean McGovern-Waite. Torres' songs and performance are soulful personal portraits rooted in universal themes of compassion and hope. Her distinctive blend of authenticity and grace makes Torres' music both refreshing and inspiring.The show will start at 8 p.m., and there will be a sliding scale door charge of $5 to $10. FMI: click here.

Saturday, September 11The Most Brutal Show in Midcoast MaineThompson Community Center5-11:30 pm

(If that title didn't totally put you off, it's really about death metal for people who can't get that kind of music any where else.) One huge party with The Summoned, The Capulet Erotic, Anesthesia Awareness, Where Monsters Come From, and Blades of Indica! FMI: click here

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